The Government of the Azores, in partnership with the Institute of Tourism Planning and Development (IPDT) and the World Tourism Organization (WTO) will promote an international photography competition to mark the World Tourism Day, which is celebrated Sunday.

The first phase of this contest will take place between September 27 and October 7, during which applicants may submit their proposals in accordance with the specifications of the regulation.

In a second phase, a jury composed of members of the Government, IPDT and WTO will select the 10 best photographs, which will be showcased and subject to public vote.
The photograph that gathers the highest number of "likes" will be the winner of the contest. It ends on October 18.

The winner will be awarded a two-night trip to the Island of Terceira for two persons. Accommodation and transportation are included.

The contest is open to all people, regardless of age, gender or nationality.
In the context of the celebrations of the World Tourism Day, the Government promotes several initiatives across the archipelago Sunday, September 27. These activities are intended to make tourists better acquainted with the regional reality and specificities, namely in terms of culture, cuisine, handicrafts and regional products.

All guests staying at regional tourist accommodation units will be given a sample of local products and the tourism office will offer visitors a tasting of regional products.

The World Tourism Organisation chose as the theme "A Billion Tourists, A Billion Opportunities" for this year's edition. The celebration of the World Tourism Day intends to reflect on the evolutionary potential of over a thousand million tourists who travel around the world per year. In addition to leading the world economy, the tourism industry has a vast potential to tackle some of the biggest challenges Humanity faces, such as socio-economic growth, inclusive development and environmental preservation.